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Friday the 13th

11-13-2009, 10:34 PM

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Friday the 13th

So i had the day off from work today,and decided to install the DDP delivery valves that have been on the shelf for about a year.I changed the engine oil and trans fluid,no problem.I installed the delivery valves,no problem.I went for a test drive,the engine running good,running a little more boost.I didn't do any real heavy throttle driving,just normal stuff,no WOT.Long story short,when i got home I noticed a leak.I opened the hood.I found the coolant overflow tank lid off,and a coolant/oil milkshake in the tank and blown back on the turbos.Head gasket.
Now as I think back on it,I had thought the engine smelled hot a couple of times,but had never seen any leaks.So now I have to decide on what to do.The head is O-ringed,and held down with studs.I am running BD twins with some pump work.I have a 50psi boost gauge and can bury the needle.What do you think,is it time for fire rings? Thanks for any help.

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